10 Life Changing IKEA Hacks For The DIY-Enthusiast

IKEA might be the single most convenient thing to ever happen to condo-dwellers, but don’t just settle for having the same end tables as everyone else in your building.

We are a generation obsessed with DIYs. Perhaps this is due to this generation’s rejection of anything mass-produced, which goes hand-in-hand with our obsession with all things personalised and artisanal. Crafting, hacking and creating things with our own two hands fills the Millennial void with a big ol’ dollop of purpose. So roll up your sleeve and prep your craft corner because these IKEA DIY hacks are not only going to satisfy your inner craftsman but also spice up your home in a big way.

Hack your IKEA furniture with these 10 DIY projects:

Fintorp Rail to Phone charging station

Are you sick of forgetting where you left your phone charger? Do you hate clutter on the kitchen counter? Solve both problems by fashioning this adorable charging station – it’ll cost you less than 10 bucks! Get full DIY instructions here.

Harry Chair to Polka Dot Chair

The lopsided polka dots are oh-so-sweet, but the sky’s the limit for pattern options. The Harry Chair acts as a black canvas for you to decorate using colourful permanent markers or even jot down your favourite quotes on the upholstery for a funkier approach. Get full DIY instructions here.

Borby Lantern to Terrarium

This cutest place to keep a plant and it’s only $15! It’s also a great and aesthetically-pleasing way to guard your greens from a fur baby that likes to dine on shrubbery. Get full DIY instructions here.